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The units for the Pearson BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (qualifications.pearson.com).
Pearson BTEC qualification titles covered by this specification 1
What are Pearson BTEC Level 3 qualifications? 2
Total Qualification Time 3
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate – 30 credits 3
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma – 60 credits 3
Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma – 90 credits 4
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma – 120 credits 4
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma – 180 credits 4
Key features of these Pearson BTEC qualifications in Construction and the Built Environment 5
Rationale for these Pearson BTEC qualifications in Construction and the Built Environment 5
National Occupational Standards 6
Rules of combination for Pearson BTEC Level 3 qualifications in this specification 7
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Construction and the Built Environment 9
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment 10
Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment 11
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment 13
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment 15
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Surveying) 17
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering) 18
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering) 19
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Building Services Engineering) 21
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Building Services Engineering) 22
Assessment and grading 24
Grading domains 24
Calculation of the qualification grade 25
Quality assurance of centres 27
Approval 27
Programme design and delivery 28
Mode of delivery 29
Resources 29
Delivery approach 29
Meeting local needs 30
Additional and specialist learning 30
Functional skills 30
Personal, learning and thinking skills 30
Access and recruitment 31
Restrictions on learner entry 31
Access arrangements for learners with disabilities and specific needs 31
Recognition of Prior Learning 32
Unit format 32
Unit title 32
Level 32
Credit value 32
Guided learning hours 33
Aim and purpose 33
Unit introduction 33
Learning outcomes 33
Unit content 33
Assessment and grading grid 34
Essential guidance for tutors 34
Further information 35
Useful publications 35
How to obtain National Occupational Standards 35
Professional development and training 36
Annexe A 37
The Pearson BTEC qualification framework for the Construction and the Built Environment sector 37
Annexe B 39
Grading domains: Pearson BTEC level 3 generic grading domains 39
Annexe C 41
Personal, learning and thinking skills 41
Annexe D 47
Wider curriculum mapping 47
Annexe E 51
National Occupational Standards/mapping with NVQs 51
Annexe F 53
Unit mapping overview 53
Unit mapping in depth 55
Annexe G 59
Examples of calculation of qualification grade above pass grade 59
Points available for credits achieved at different levels and unit grades 59
Annexe H 64
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) 64
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Pearson BTEC qualification titles covered by this specification
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Construction and the Built Environment
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
These qualifications have been accredited to the National Framework.
Your centre should use the Qualification Number (QN) when seeking funding for learners.
The Qualification Number (QN) for the qualifications in this publication are:
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Construction and the Built Environment 500/7138/5
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment 500/7140/3
Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment 601/1095/8
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment 500/7137/3
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment 500/7139/7
The appropriate qualification title, QN unit reference number (URN) will appear on each learner’s certificate. You should tell your learners this when your centre recruits them and registers them with us.
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What are Pearson BTEC Level 3 qualifications?
The Pearson BTEC qualifications in this specification are undertaken in further education, by sixth-form colleges, schools and other training providers, and have been since they were introduced in 1984. Their purpose, approaches to teaching, learning and assessment are established and understood by teaching professionals, employers and learners alike.
The Pearson BTEC qualifications in this specification are:
l Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Construction and the Built Environmentl Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
l Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
l Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
l Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
l Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Surveying)
l Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering)
l Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering)
l Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Building Services Engineering)
l Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Building Services Engineering).
They maintain the same equivalences, benchmarks and other articulations (for example SCAAT points, UCAS Tariff points) as their predecessor qualifications. The table below identifies the titling conventions and variations between the predecessor and new qualifications:
Predecessor BTEC Nationals (accredited 2007)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 qualifications(for delivery from September 2010)
Not applicable Pearson BTEC Level 3 CertificateEdexcel Level 3 BTEC National Award Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary DiplomaNot applicable Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit DiplomaEdexcel Level 3 BTEC National Certificate Pearson BTEC Level 3 DiplomaEdexcel Level 3 BTEC National Diploma Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
The Pearson BTEC qualifications in this specification are designed to provide highly specialist, work-related qualifications in a range of vocational sectors. They give learners the knowledge, understanding and skills that they need to prepare for employment. These qualifications accredit the achievement for courses and programmes of study for full-time or part-time learners in schools, colleges and other training provider organisations. The qualifications provide career development opportunities for those already in work, and progression opportunities to higher education, degree and professional development programmes within the same or related areas of study, within universities and other institutions.
The Pearson BTEC qualifications in this specification provide much of the underpinning knowledge and understanding for the National Occupational Standards for the sector, where these are appropriate. They are supported by the relevant Sector Skills Councils (SSCs) and/or Standards Setting Bodies (SSBs). Certain Pearson BTEC qualifications are recognised as Technical Certificates and form part of the Apprenticeship Framework. They attract UCAS points that equate to similar-sized general qualifications within education institutions within the UK.
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On successful completion of a Pearson BTEC level 3 qualification, a learner can progress to or within employment and/or continue their study in the same, or related vocational area.
Total Qualification Time
For all regulated qualifications, Pearson specifies a total number of hours that it is expected the average learner will be required to undertake in order to complete and show achievement for the qualification: this is the Total Qualification Time (TQT).
Within this, Pearson will also identify the number of Guided Learning Hours (GLH) that we expect a centre delivering the qualification will need to provide. Guided learning means activities that directly or immediately involve tutors and assessors in teaching, supervising, and invigilating learners, such as lessons, tutorials, online instruction, supervised study giving feedback on performance.
In addition to guided learning, other required learning directed by tutors or assessors will include private study, preparation for assessment and undertaking assessment when not under supervision, such as preparatory reading, revision and independent research.
These qualifications also have a credit value, which is equal to one tenth of TQT. Pearson consults with users of these qualifications in assigning TQT and credit values.
This suite of BTEC Level 3 qualifications is available in the following sizes:
l Certificate – 300 TQT (30 credits, 180 GLH)
l Subsidiary Diploma – 600 TQT (60 credits, 360 GLH)
l 90-credit Diploma – 900 TQT (90 credits, 540 GLH)
l Diploma – 1200 TQT (120 credits, 720 GLH)
l Extended Diploma – 1800 TQT (180 credits, 1080 GLH)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate – 30 credits
The 30-credit Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate offers a specialist qualification that focuses on particular aspects of employment within the appropriate vocational sector. The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate is a qualification which can extend a learner’s programme of study and give vocational emphasis. The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate is broadly equivalent to one GCE AS Level.
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate is also suitable for more mature learners, who wish to follow a vocational programme of study as part of their continued professional development or who want to move to a different area of employment.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma – 60 credits
The 60-credit Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma extends the specialist work-related focus of the Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate qualification and covers the key knowledge and practical skills required in the appropriate vocational sector. The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma offers greater flexibility and a choice of emphasis through the optional units. It is broadly equivalent to one GCE A Level.
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma offers an engaging programme for those who are clear about the area of employment that they wish to enter. These learners may wish to extend their programme through the study of a general qualifications such as GCE AS Levels, additional specialist learning (eg through another Pearson BTEC qualification) or a complementary NVQ. These learning programmes can be developed to allow learners to study related and complementary qualifications without duplicating of content.
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For adult learners, the Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma can extend their experience of work in a particular sector. It may also be a suitable qualification for those wishing to change career or move into a particular area of employment following a career break.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma – 90 credits
This qualification broadens and expands the specialist work-related focus of the Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma and encompasses the essential skills, knowledge and understanding needed to gain confidence and progression.
There is potential for the qualification to prepare learners for progression within education or into employment in the appropriate vocational sector and it is suitable for those who have decided that they wish to study in detail or work in a particular area of work. It is broadly equivalent to 1.5 GCE A Levels and provides a programme of study manageable in a year so that learners can bank and then build on their achievement. In this way it encourages progression for those learners who wish to undertake a one-year course of study because of individual circumstances.
Some learners may wish to gain the qualification in order to enter a specialist area of employment or to progress to a larger or different level 3 programme. Other learners may want to extend the specialism they studied on the Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate or the Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma programme. Learners may also be able to use the Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma to gain partial achievement and have the requisite skills, knowledge and understanding needed in the sector.
For adult learners the Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma can extend their experience of working in a particular sector. It could also be a suitable qualification for those wishing to change career or move into a particular area of employment following a career break.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma – 120 credits
The 120-credit Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma broadens and expands the specialist work-related focus of the Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma and the Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma qualifications. There is potential for the qualification to prepare learners for employment in the appropriate vocational sector and it is suitable for those who have decided that they wish to enter a particular area of work. It is broadly equivalent to two GCE A Levels.
Some learners may wish to gain the qualification in order to enter a specialist area of employment or to progress to a level 4 programme. Other learners may want to extend the specialism they studied on the Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate, Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma or the Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma programme.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma – 180 credits
The 180-credit Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma extends and deepens the specialist work-related focus of the Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma and the Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma qualifications. There is potential for the qualification to prepare learners for appropriate direct employment in the vocational sector and it is suitable for those who have decided that they clearly wish to enter a particular specialist area of work. It is broadly equivalent to three GCE A Levels.
Some learners may wish to gain the qualification in order to enter a specialist area of employment or to progress to a higher education foundation degree, HND or other professional development programme. Other learners may want to extend the specialist nature of the subjects they studied on the Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma or another programme of study.
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Key features of these Pearson BTEC qualifications in Construction and the Built Environment
The Pearson BTEC qualifications in this specification have been developed in the Construction and the Built Environment sector to:
l give education and training for construction and the built environment employees
l give opportunities for construction and the built environment employees to achieve a nationally recognised Level 3 vocationally-specific qualification
l give full-time learners the opportunity to enter employment in the construction and built environment sector or to progress to vocational qualifications such as the Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals in Construction and the Built Environment
l give learners the opportunity to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal skills and attributes essential for successful performance in working life.
Rationale for these Pearson BTEC qualifications in Construction and the Built Environment
The qualification
l will provide opportunities for learners and employees to achieve a nationally recognised Level 3 vocationally-specific construction, civil engineering or building services qualification
l will provide progression for learners who have achieved an appropriate qualification (see Access and recruitment in the specification)
l may provide part of a Level 3 curriculum
l could provide opportunities for learners who are already in, or about to enter into, employment to work towards the achievement of an apprenticeship in their sector, or to progress to further education vocational qualifications such as the BTEC Higher Nationals in Construction, Civil Engineering or Building Services Engineering or Foundation degree or other degree course
l may provide the educational base for attaining national vocational qualifications and membership of professional bodies
l will provide education, training and the application of knowledge in technical areas that are directly relevant to the changing needs of construction, planning and the built environment employees, employers and professions
l will provide learners with enhanced knowledge and understanding of the key issues of health, safety and welfare in the construction, planning and built environment industries
l will provide learners with enhanced knowledge and understanding of the key issues of sustainability in the construction, planning and built environment industries
l will provide opportunities for learners to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attitudes essential for successful performance in working life and career development (PLTS)
l will contribute to knowledge and skills that are relevant to the Level 2 Functional Skills units
l may contribute in part to the ASL for 14-19 Diplomas.
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National Occupational Standards
These Pearson BTEC qualifications are designed to provide much of the underpinning knowledge and understanding for the National Occupational Standards (NOS), as well as developing practical skills in preparation for work and possible achievement of NVQs. NOS form the basis of National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs). The qualifications in this specification do not purport to deliver occupational competence in the sector, which should be demonstrated in a work context.
Each unit in the specification identifies links to elements of the NOS.
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 qualifications in Construction and the Built Environment relates to the following NOS.l Level 3 NOS in Building Environment Designl Level 3 NOS in Transportation
l Level 3 NOS in Spatial Data Management
l Level 3 NOS in Construction Contracting Operations
l Level 3 NOS in Construction Plant and Equipment Supervision
l Level 3 NOS in Construction Site Supervision
l Level 3 NOS in Surveying, Property and Maintenance
l Level 3 NOS in Building Environment Development and Control
This qualification provides the underpinning knowledge and understanding for some aspects of the above NOS. See Annexe E for details of NOS mapping against units.
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Rules of combination for Pearson BTEC Level 3 qualifications in this specification
The rules of combination specify the:
l total credit value of the qualification
l the minimum credit to be achieved at, or above, the level of the qualification
l the mandatory unit credit
l the optional unit credit
l the maximum credit that can come from other level 3 Pearson BTEC units in this qualification suite.
When combining units for a Pearson BTEC qualification, it is the centre’s responsibility to ensure that they adhere to the following rules of combination.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Construction and the Built Environment
1 Qualification credit value: a minimum of 30 credits.
2 Minimum credit to be achieved at, or above, the level of the qualification: 23 credits.
3 Mandatory unit credit: 0 credits.
4 Optional unit credit: 30 credits.
5 A maximum of 5 optional credits can come from other level 3 Pearson BTEC units to meet local needs.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
1 Qualification credit value: a minimum of 60 credits.
2 Minimum credit to be achieved at, or above, the level of the qualification: 45 credits.
3 Mandatory unit credit: 0 credits.
4 Optional unit credit: 60 credits.
5 A maximum of 15 optional credits can come from other level 3 Pearson BTEC units to meet local needs.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
1 Qualification credit value: a minimum of 90 credits.
2 Minimum credit to be achieved at, or above, the level of the qualification: 80 credits.
3 Mandatory unit credit: 40 credits.
4 Optional unit credit: 50 credits.
5 A maximum of 10 optional credits can come from other level 3 Pearson BTEC units to meet local needs.
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
1 Qualification credit value: a minimum of 120 credits.
2 Minimum credit to be achieved at, or above, the level of the qualification: 90 credits.
3 Mandatory unit credit: 60 credits.
4 Optional unit credit: 60 credits.
5 A maximum of 30 optional credits can come from other level 3 Pearson BTEC units to meet local needs.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
1 Qualification credit value: a minimum of 180 credits.
2 Minimum credit to be achieved at, or above, the level of the qualification: 135 credits.
3 Mandatory unit credit: 60 credits.
4 Optional unit credit: 120 credits.
5 A maximum of 30 optional credits can come from other level 3 Pearson BTEC units to meet local needs.
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Construction and the Built Environment
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Construction and the Built Environment consists of optional units that provide for a combined total of 180 guided learning hours or 30 credits for the completed qualification. Learners must achieve 10 credits from Optional units A and 10 credits from Optional units B plus a further 10 credits from either Optional units A or Optional units B.
Centres should note that there is no compensation for the mandatory unit. This unit must be successfully achieved.
The units for the Pearson BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (qualifications.pearson.com).
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Construction and the Built Environment
Unit Optional units A Credit Level
Minimum 10 credits Maximum 20 credits
1 Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction and the Built Environment 10 32 Sustainable Construction 10 33 Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment 10 34 Science and Materials in Construction and the Built Environment 10 3
Optional units B
Minimum 10 credits Maximum 20 credits
5 Construction Technology and Design in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 36 Building Technology in Construction 10 310 Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 329 Construction in Civil Engineering 10 332 Building Services Control Systems 10 333 Building Services Science 10 3
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment consists of optional units that provide for a combined total of 360 guided learning hours or 60 credits for the completed qualification. Learners must achieve 20 credits from Optional units A and 20 credits from Optional units B plus a further 20 credits from Optional units A and/or Optional units B.
Centres should note that there is no compensation for the mandatory units. These units must be successfully achieved.
The units for the Pearson BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (qualifications.pearson.com).
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
Unit Optional units A Unit Level
Minimum 20 credits Maximum 40 credits
1 Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction and the Built Environment 10 32 Sustainable Construction 10 33 Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment 10 34 Science and Materials in Construction and the Built Environment 10 3
Optional units BMinimum 20 credits Maximum 40 credits
5 Construction Technology and Design in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 36 Building Technology in Construction 10 310 Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 329 Construction in Civil Engineering 10 332 Building Services Control Systems 10 333 Building Services Science 10 3
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment consists of four mandatory units (providing 240 guided learning hours or 40 credits) plus optional units that provide for a further 300 guided learning hours (50 credits) to produce a combined total of 540 guided learning hours or 90 credits for the completed qualification.
Centres should note that there is no compensation for the mandatory units. These units must be successfully achieved.
When selecting units in the 90-credit Diploma, it is essential that consideration is given to the progression needs of the learner. For example, if learners wish to eventually progress onto the Diploma (120 credits) or Extended Diploma (180 credits), they need to ensure that the optional units they select in the 90-credit Diploma also appear in the relevant pathway they wish to progress to.
The units for the Pearson BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (qualifications.pearson.com).
Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
Unit Mandatory units Credit Level
1 Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction and the Built Environment 10 32 Sustainable Construction 10 33 Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment 10 34 Science and Materials in Construction and the Built Environment 10 3
Optional units A6 Building Technology in Construction 10 37 Project Management in Construction and the Built Environment 10 38 Graphical Detailing in Construction and the Built Environment 10 39 Measuring, Estimating and Tendering Processes in Construction and the Built
Environment10 3
10 Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 312 Setting Out Processes in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 313 The Underpinning Science for the Provision of Human Comfort in Buildings 10 314 Structural Mechanics in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 315 Building Surveying in Construction 10 316 Mechanical and Electrical Services in Construction 10 317 Building Regulations and Control in Construction 10 318 Computer-Aided Drafting and Design for Construction 10 319 Further Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment 10 320 Property Valuation in Construction 10 321 Project in Construction and the Built Environment 10 322 Design Procedures in Construction 10 325 Property Law in Construction 10 328 Topographic Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 329 Construction in Civil Engineering 10 332 Building Services Control Systems 10 333 Building Services Science 10 3
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
Optional units A (continued) Credit Level43 Employment Framework in the Built Environment 10 354 Information and Communication Technology for Construction and the Built
Environment10 3
Optional units B44 Conversion and Adaptation of Buildings 10 345 Principals and Applications of Management Techniques in the Construction
Industry10 3
46 Tendering and Estimating in Construction 10 347 Measurement Techniques in Construction 10 348 Structural Behaviour and Detailing for Construction 10 349 Construction Design Procedures 10 350 Construction Design Technology 10 351 Civil Engineering Construction 10 3
Please note that some units that are available in the Subsidiary Diploma (60 credits) and the Diploma (120 credits) are not offered in the 90-credit Diploma qualification. Learners can only claim the 90-credit Diploma using units that are available in this size.
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment consists of six mandatory units plus optional units to produce a combined total of 720 guided learning hours or 120 credits for the completed qualification.
Centres should note that there is no compensation for the mandatory units. These units must be successfully achieved.
The units for the Pearson BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (qualifications.pearson.com).
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
Unit Mandatory units Credit Level
1 Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction and the Built Environment 10 32 Sustainable Construction 10 33 Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment 10 34 Science and Materials in Construction and the Built Environment 10 35 Construction Technology and Design in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 36 Building Technology in Construction 10 3
Optional units A7 Project Management in Construction and the Built Environment 10 38 Graphical Detailing in Construction and the Built Environment 10 39 Measuring, Estimating and Tendering Processes in Construction and the Built
Environment10 3
10 Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 312 Setting Out Processes in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 313 The Underpinning Science for the Provision of Human Comfort in Buildings 10 314 Structural Mechanics in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 315 Building Surveying in Construction 10 316 Mechanical and Electrical Services in Construction 10 317 Building Regulations and Control in Construction 10 318 Computer-Aided Drafting and Design for Construction 10 319 Further Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment 10 320 Property Valuation in Construction 10 321 Project in Construction and the Built Environment 10 322 Design Procedures in Construction 10 324 Planning Procedures in Construction 10 325 Property Law in Construction 10 326 Geographical Information Systems in Construction 10 327 Surveying Technology in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 328 Topographic Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 343 Employment Framework in the Built Environment 10 353 Personal and Professional Development in the Built Environment 10 354 Information and Communication Technology for Construction and the Built
Environment10 2
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
Optional units B44 Conversion and Adaptation of Buildings 10 345 Principals and Applications of Management Techniques in the Construction
Industry10 3
46 Tendering and Estimating in Construction 10 347 Measurement Techniques in Construction 10 348 Structural Behaviour and Detailing for Construction 10 349 Construction Design Procedures 10 350 Construction Design Technology 10 351 Civil Engineering Construction 10 3
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment consists of six mandatory units plus optional units that provide for a further 420 guided learning hours (70 credits) to produce a combined total of 1080 guided learning hours or 180 credits for the completed qualification. There are no forbidden combination of units. However, no more than 40 credits (4 units) may be obtained from the section labelled Optional units B
Centres should note that there is no compensation for the mandatory units. These units must be successfully achieved.
The units for the Pearson BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (qualifications.pearson.com).
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
Unit Mandatory units Credit Level
1 Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction and the Built Environment 10 32 Sustainable Construction 10 33 Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment 10 34 Science and Materials in Construction and the Built Environment 10 35 Construction Technology and Design in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 36 Building Technology in Construction 10 3
Optional units A7 Project Management in Construction and the Built Environment 10 38 Graphical Detailing in Construction and the Built Environment 10 39 Measuring, Estimating and Tendering Processes in Construction and the Built
Environment10 3
10 Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 311 Economics and Finance in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 312 Setting Out Processes in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 313 The Underpinning Science for the Provision of Human Comfort in Buildings 10 314 Structural Mechanics in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 315 Building Surveying in Construction 15 316 Mechanical and Electrical Services in Construction 10 317 Building Regulations and Control in Construction 10 318 Computer-Aided Drafting and Design for Construction 10 319 Further Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment 10 320 Property Valuation in Construction 10 321 Project in Construction and the Built Environment 10 322 Design Procedures in Construction 10 323 Spatial Data Techniques in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 324 Planning Procedures in Construction 10 325 Property Law in Construction 10 326 Geographical Information Systems in Construction 10 327 Surveying Technology in Construction and Civil Engineering28 Topographic Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 3
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment
43 Employment Framework in the Built Environment 10 353 Personal and Professional Development in the Built Environment 10 354 Information and Communication Technology for Construction and the Built
Environment10 2
Optional units B44 Conversion and Adaptation of Buildings 10 345 Principals and Applications of Management Techniques in the Construction
Industry10 3
46 Tendering and Estimating in Construction 10 347 Measurement Techniques in Construction 10 348 Structural Behaviour and Detailing for Construction 10 349 Construction Design Procedures 10 350 Construction Design Technology 10 351 Civil Engineering Construction 10 3
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Surveying)
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment consists of optional units that provide for a combined total of 360 guided learning hours or 60 credits for the completed qualification. Learners must achieve 20 credits from Optional units A and 20 credits from Optional units B plus a further 20 credits from Optional units A and/or Optional units B.
Centres should note that there is no compensation for the mandatory units. These units must be successfully achieved.
The units for the Pearson BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (qualifications.pearson.com).
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Surveying)
Unit Optional units A Unit Level
Minimum 20 credits Maximum 40 credits
1 Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction and the Built Environment 10 32 Sustainable Construction 10 33 Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment 10 34 Science and Materials in Construction and the Built Environment 10 3
Optional units BMinimum 20 credits Maximum 40 credits 10 3
7 Project Management in Construction and the Built Environment 10 36 Building Technology in Construction 10 39 Measuring, Estimating and Tendering Processes in Construction and the Built
Environment10 3
10 Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 312 Setting Out Processes in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 315 Building Surveying in Construction 10 316 Mechanical and Electrical Services in Construction 10 317 Building Regulations and Control in Construction 10 318 Computer-Aided Drafting and Design for Construction 10 320 Property Valuation in Construction 10 323 Spatial Data Techniques in Construction and Civil Engineeringt 10 325 Property Law in Construction 10 326 Geographical Information Systems in Construction 10 327 Surveying Technology in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 328 Topographic Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 344 Conversion and Adaptation of Buildings 10 346 Tendering and Estimating in Construction 10 347 Measurement Techniques in Construction 10 3
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering)
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment consists of seven mandatory units plus optional units to produce a combined total of 720 guided learning hours or 120 credits for the completed qualification.
Centres should note that there is no compensation for the mandatory units. These units must be successfully achieved.
The units for the Pearson BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (qualifications.pearson.com).
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering)
Unit Mandatory units Credit Level
1 Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction and the Built Environment 10 32 Sustainable Construction 10 33 Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment 10 34 Science and Materials in Construction and the Built Environment 10 35 Construction Technology and Design in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 310 Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 329 Construction in Civil Engineering
Optional units A8 Graphical Detailing in Construction and the Built Environment 10 312 Setting Out Processes in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 314 Structural Mechanics in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 318 Computer-Aided Drafting and Design for Construction 10 319 Further Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment 10 321 Project in Construction and the Built Environment 10 330 Public Health Engineering in Civil Engineering 10 331 Highway Construction and Maintenance in Civil Engineering 10 343 Employment Framework in the Built Environment 10 346 Tendering and Estimating in Construction 10 347 Measurement Techniques in Construction 10 351 Civil Engineering Construction 10 352 Structural Analysis and Design in Construction 10 353 Personal and Professional Development in the Built Environment 10 354 Information and Communication Technology for Construction and the Built
Environment10 2
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering)
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment consists of seven mandatory units plus optional units to produce a combined total of 1080 guided learning hours or 180 credits for the completed qualification.
Centres should note that there is no compensation for the mandatory units. These units must be successfully achieved.
The units for the Pearson BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (qualifications.pearson.com).
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering)
Unit Mandatory units Credit Level
1 Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction and the Built Environment 10 32 Sustainable Construction 10 33 Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment 10 34 Science and Materials in Construction and the Built Environment5 Construction Technology and Design in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 310 Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 329 Construction in Civil Engineering 10 3
Optional units 7 Project Management in Construction and the Built Environment 10 38 Graphical Detailing in Construction and the Built Environment 10 39 Measuring, Estimating and Tendering Processes in Construction and the Built
Environment10 3
11 Economics and Finance in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 312 Setting Out Processes in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 314 Structural Mechanics in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 316 Mechanical and Electrical Services in Construction 10 317 Building Regulations and Control in Construction 10 318 Computer-Aided Drafting and Design for Construction 15 319 Further Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment 10 320 Property Valuation in Construction 10 321 Project in Construction and the Built Environment 10 323 Spatial Data Techniques in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 327 Surveying Technology in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 328 Topographic Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 330 Public Health Engineering in Civil Engineering 10 331 Highway Construction and Maintenance in Civil Engineering 10 343 Employment Framework in the Built Environment 10 346 Tendering and Estimating in Construction 10 347 Measurement Techniques in Construction 10 351 Civil Engineering Construction 10 352 Structural Analysis and Design in Construction 10 3
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Optional units (continued)53 Personal and Professional Development in the Built Environment 10 354 Information and Communication Technology for Construction and the Built
Environment10 2
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Building Services Engineering)
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment consists of six mandatory units plus optional units to produce a combined total of 720 guided learning hours or 120 credits for the completed qualification.
Centres should note that there is no compensation for the mandatory units. These units must be successfully achieved.
The units for the Pearson BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (qualifications.pearson.com).
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Building Services Engineering)
Unit Mandatory units Credit Level
1 Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction and the Built Environment 10 32 Sustainable Construction 10 33 Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment 10 34 Science and Materials in Construction and the Built Environment 10 332 Building Services Control Systems 10 333 Building Services Science 10 3Unit Optional units5 Construction Technology and Design in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 38 Graphical Detailing in Construction and the Built Environment 10 310 Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 319 Further Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment 10 321 Project in Construction and the Built Environment 10 334 Low Temperature Hot Water Heating in Building Services Engineering 10 335 Ventilation and Air Conditioning in Building Services Engineering 10 336 Fluids - Static and Dynamic in Building Services Engineering 10 337 Refrigeration Technology in Building Services Engineering 10 338 Plumbing Technology in Building Services Engineering 10 339 Electrical Principles in Building Services Engineering 10 340 Electrical Installation Standards and Components in Building Services Engineering 10 341 Electrical Installation Design in Building Services Engineering 10 342 Commissioning Electrical Installations in Building Services Engineering 10 343 Employment Framework in the Built Environment 10 346 Tendering and Estimating in Construction 10 347 Measurement Techniques in Construction 10 353 Personal and Professional Development in the Built Environment 10 354 Information and Communication Technology in Construction and the Built
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Building Services Engineering)
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment consists of seven mandatory units plus optional units to produce a combined total of 1080 guided learning hours or 180 credits for the completed qualification.
Centres should note that there is no compensation for the mandatory units. These units must be successfully achieved.
The units for the Pearson BTEC qualifications in this specification are available on our website (qualifications.pearson.com).
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment (Civil Engineering)
Unit Mandatory units Credit Level
1 Health, Safety and Welfare in Construction and the Built Environment 10 32 Sustainable Construction 10 33 Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment 10 34 Science and Materials in Construction and the Built Environment5 Construction Technology and Design in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 310 Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 329 Construction in Civil Engineering 10 3
Optional units 7 Project Management in Construction and the Built Environment 10 38 Graphical Detailing in Construction and the Built Environment 10 39 Measuring, Estimating and Tendering Processes in Construction and the Built
Environment10 3
11 Economics and Finance in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 312 Setting Out Processes in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 314 Structural Mechanics in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 316 Mechanical and Electrical Services in Construction 10 317 Building Regulations and Control in Construction 10 318 Computer-Aided Drafting and Design for Construction 15 319 Further Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment 10 320 Property Valuation in Construction 10 321 Project in Construction and the Built Environment 10 323 Spatial Data Techniques in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 327 Surveying Technology in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 328 Topographic Surveying in Construction and Civil Engineering 10 330 Public Health Engineering in Civil Engineering 10 331 Highway Construction and Maintenance in Civil Engineering 10 343 Employment Framework in the Built Environment 10 346 Tendering and Estimating in Construction 10 347 Measurement Techniques in Construction 10 351 Civil Engineering Construction 10 352 Structural Analysis and Design in Construction 10 3
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Optional units (continued)53 Personal and Professional Development in the Built Environment 10 354 Information and Communication Technology for Construction and the Built
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Assessment and grading
All units are internally assessed in the Pearson BTEC qualifications in this specification.
All assessment for the Pearson BTEC qualifications in this specification is criterion referenced, based on the achievement of specified learning outcomes. Each unit within the qualification has specified assessment and grading criteria which are to be used for grading purposes. A summative unit grade can be awarded at pass, merit or distinction:
l to achieve a ‘pass’ a learner must have satisfied all the pass assessment criteria
l to achieve a ‘merit’ a learner must additionally have satisfied all the merit grading criteria
l to achieve a ‘distinction’ a learner must additionally have satisfied all the distinction grading criteria.
Learners who complete the unit but who do not meet all the pass criteria are graded ‘unclassified’.
Grading domains
The grading criteria are developed in relation to grading domains which are exemplified by a number of indicative characteristics at the level of the qualification.
There are four Pearson BTEC grading domains:
l application of knowledge and understanding
l development of practical and technical skills
l personal development for occupational roles
l application of generic skills.
Please refer to Annexe B which shows the merit and distinction indicative characteristics.
Guidance
The purpose of assessment is to ensure that effective learning has taken place to give learners the opportunity to:
l meet the assessment and grading criteria and
l achieve the learning outcomes within the units.
All the assignments created by centres should be reliable and fit for purpose, and should build on the assessment and grading criteria. Assessment tasks and activities should enable learners to produce valid, sufficient and reliable evidence that relates directly to the specified criteria. Centres should enable learners to produce evidence in a variety of different forms and including, written reports, graphs and posters, along with projects, performance observation and time-constrained assessments.
Centres are encouraged to emphasise the practical application of the assessment and grading criteria, providing a realistic scenario for learners to adopt, and making maximum use of practical activities and work experience. The creation of assignments that are fit for purpose is vital to achievement and their importance cannot be over-emphasised.
The assessment and grading criteria must be clearly indicated in the fit-for-purpose assignments. This gives learners focus and helps with internal verification and standardisation processes. It will also help to ensure that learner feedback is specific to the assessment and grading criteria.
When looking at the assessment and grading grids and designing assignments, centres are encouraged to identify common topics and themes.
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The units include guidance on appropriate assessment methodology. A central feature of vocational assessment is that it allows for assessment to be:
l current, ie to reflect the most recent developments and issues
l local, ie to reflect the employment context of the delivering centre
l flexible to reflect learner needs, ie at a time and in a way that matches the learner’s requirements so that they can demonstrate achievement.
Calculation of the qualification grade
Pass qualification grade
Learners who achieve the minimum eligible credit value specified by the rule of combination will achieve the qualification at pass grade (see Rules of combination for Pearson BTEC Level 3 qualifications in this specification).
Qualification grades above pass grade
Learners will be awarded a merit or distinction or distinction* qualification grade (or combination of these grades appropriate to the qualification) by the aggregation of points gained through the successful achievement of individual units. The number of points available is dependent on the unit level and grade achieved, and the credit size of the unit (as shown in the points available for credits achieved at different levels and unit grades below).
Points available for credits achieved at different Levels and unit grades
The table below shows the number of points scored per credit at the unit level and grade.
Unit level Points per credit
Pass Merit Distinction
Level 2 5 6 7Level 3 7 8 9
Level 4 9 10 11
Learners who achieve the correct number of points within the ranges shown in the ‘qualification grade’ table will achieve the qualification merit or distinction or distinction* grade (or combinations of these grades appropriate to the qualification).
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Qualification grade
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate
Points range above pass grade Grade
230-249 Merit M250-259 Distinction D260 and above Distinction* D*
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma
Points range above pass grade Grade
460-499 Merit M500-519 Distinction D520 and above Distinction* D*
Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma
Points range above pass grade Grade
660-689 MP690–719 MM720-749 DM750–769 DD770-789 D*D790 and above D*D*
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma
Points range above pass grade Grade
880-919 MP920-959 MM960-999 DM1000-1029 DD1030-1059 D*D1060 and above D*D*
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
Points range above pass grade Grade
1300-1339 MPP1340-1379 MMP1380-1419 MMM1420-1459 DMM
1460-1499 DDM1500-1529 DDD1530-1559 D*DD1560-1589 D*D*D1590 and above D*D*D*
Please refer to Annexe G for examples of calculation of qualification grade above pass grade.
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Quality assurance of centres
Pearson’s qualification specifications set out the standard to be achieved by each learner in order for them to gain the qualification. This is done throughout the learning outcomes, and assessment and grading criteria in each unit. Further guidance on delivery and assessment is given in the Essential guidance for tutors section in each unit. This section is designed to provide guidance related to the unit to support tutors, deliverers and assessors and to provide coherence of understanding and consistency of delivery and assessment.
Approval
Centres that have not previously offered Pearson BTEC qualifications will first need to apply for, and be granted, centre approval before they can apply for approval to offer the programme.
When a centre applies for approval to offer a Pearson BTEC qualification they are required to enter into an approvals agreement.
The approvals agreement is a formal commitment by the head or principal of a centre to meet all the requirements of the specification and any linked codes or regulations. Sanctions and tariffs may be applied if centres do not comply with the agreement. Ultimately, this could result in the suspension of certification or withdrawal of approval.
Centres will be allowed ‘accelerated approval’ for a new programme where the centre already has approval for a programme that is being replaced by the new programme.
The key principles of quality assurance are that:
l a centre delivering Pearson BTEC programmes must be an approved centre and must have approval for programmes, or groups of programmes, that it is operating
l the centre agrees, as part of gaining approval, to abide by specific terms and conditions around the effective delivery and quality assurance of assessment; it must abide by these conditions throughout the period of delivery
l Pearson makes available to approved centres a range of materials and opportunities intended to exemplify the processes required for effective assessment and examples of effective standards. Approved centres must use the materials and services to ensure that all staff delivering Pearson BTEC qualifications keep up to date with the guidance on assessment
l an approved centre must follow agreed protocols for standardisation of assessors and verifiers; planning, monitoring and recording of assessment processes; and for dealing with special circumstances, appeals and malpractice.
The approach of quality assured assessment is made through a partnership between an approved centre and Pearson. Pearson is committed to ensuring that it follows best practice and employs appropriate technology to support quality assurance processes where practicable. Therefore, the specific arrangements for working with centres will vary. Pearson seeks to ensure that the quality assurance processes that it uses do not place undue bureaucratic processes on centres and works to support centres in providing robust quality assurance processes.
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Pearson monitors and supports centres in the effective operation of assessment and quality assurance. The methods which it uses to do this for Pearson or BTEC programmes these include:
l ensuring that all centres have completed appropriate declarations at the time of approval, undertaking approval visits to centres where necessary
l requiring all centres to appoint a Lead Internal Verifier for designated groups of programmes and to ensure that this person is trained and supported in carrying out that role
l requiring that the Lead Internal Verifier completes compulsory online standardisation related to assessment and verification decisions for the designated programme
l assessment sampling and verification, through requested samples of assessments, completed assessed learner work and associated documentation
l overarching review and assessment of a centre’s strategy for assessing and quality assuring its Pearson BTEC programmes.
Pearson’s Quality Assurance Handbook
Centres should refer to the UK BTEC Quality Assurance Handbook, issued annually, for detailed guidance.
An approved centre must make certification claims only when authorised by Pearson and strictly in accordance with requirements for reporting.
Centres that do not fully address and maintain rigorous approaches to quality assurance will be prevented from seeking certification for individual programmes or for all Pearson BTEC programmes. Centres that do not comply with remedial action plans may have their approval to deliver qualifications removed.
Programme design and delivery
The Pearson BTEC qualifications in this specification consist of mandatory units and optional units. Optional units are designed to provide a focus to the qualification and more specialist opportunities in the sector.
In Pearson BTEC qualifications each unit has a number of guided learning hours and centres are advised to take this into account when planning the programme of study associated with this specification.
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Mode of delivery
Pearson does not define the mode of study for the Pearson BTEC qualifications in this specification. Centres are free to offer the qualifications using any mode of delivery (such as full time, part time, evening only, distance learning) that meets their learners’ needs. Whichever mode of delivery is used, centres must ensure that learners have appropriate access to the resources identified in the specification and to the subject specialists delivering the units. This is particularly important for learners studying for the qualification through open or distance learning.
Learners studying for the qualification on a part-time basis bring with them a wealth of experience that should be utilised to maximum effect by tutors and assessors. The use of assessment evidence drawn from learners’ work environments should be encouraged. Those planning the programme should aim to enhance the vocational nature of the qualification by:
l liaising with employers to ensure a course relevant to learners’ specific needs
l accessing and using non-confidential data and documents from learners’ workplaces
l including sponsoring employers in the delivery of the programme and, where appropriate, in the assessment
l linking with company-based/workplace training programmes
l making full use of the variety of experience of work and life that learners bring to the programme.
Resources
The Pearson BTEC qualifications in this specification are designed to prepare learners for employment in specific occupational sectors. Physical resources need to support the delivery of the programme and the proper assessment of the learning outcomes and should, therefore, normally be of industry standard. Staff delivering programmes and conducting the assessments should be familiar with current practice and standards in the sector concerned. Centres will need to meet any specific resource requirements to gain approval from Pearson.
Where specific resources are required these have been indicated in individual units in the Essential resources sections.
Delivery approach
It is important that centres develop an approach to teaching and learning that supports the specialist vocational nature of Pearson BTEC qualifications and the mode of delivery. Specifications give a balance of practical skill development and knowledge requirements, some of which can be theoretical in nature. Tutors and assessors need to ensure that appropriate links are made between theory and practical application and that the knowledge base is applied to the sector. This requires the development of relevant and up-to-date teaching materials that allow learners to apply their learning to actual events and activity within the sector. Maximum use should be made of the learner’s experience.
An outline learning plan is included in every unit as guidance to demonstrate one way of planning the delivery and assessment of the unit. The outline learning plan can be used in conjunction with the programme of suggested assignments.
Where the qualification has been designated and approved as a Technical Certificate and forms part of an Apprenticeship scheme, particular care needs to be taken to build strong links between the learning and assessment for the Pearson BTEC qualification and the related NVQs and Functional Skills that also contribute to the scheme.
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Meeting local needs
Centres should note that the qualifications set out in this specification have been developed in consultation with centres and employers and the Sector Skills Councils or the Standards Setting Bodies for the relevant sector. Centres should make maximum use of the choice available to them within the optional units to meet the needs of their learners, and local skills and training needs.
In certain circumstances, units in this specification might not allow centres to meet a local need. In this situation, Pearson will ensure that the rule of combination allows centres to make use of units from other Pearson BTEC specifications in this suite. Centres are required to ensure that the coherence and purpose of the qualification is retained and to ensure that the vocational focus is not diluted.
For information about limitations on variations from standard specifications, see Rules of combination for Pearson BTEC Level 3 qualifications in this specification.
These units cannot be used at the expense of the mandatory units in any qualification.
Additional and specialist learning
Additional and specialist learning (ASL) consists of accredited qualifications. The ASL may include Pearson BTEC qualifications which are also available to learners not following a Diploma course of study.
Qualifications that are valid against different lines of principal learning can be identified on the Register of Regulated Qualifications.
Functional skills
The Pearson BTEC qualifications in this specification give learners opportunities to develop and apply Functional Skills.
Functional Skills are offered as stand-alone qualifications at level 2. See individual units for opportunities to cover ICT, Mathematics and English Functional Skills.
Personal, learning and thinking skills
Opportunities are available to develop personal, learning and thinking skills (PLTS) within sector-related context. PLTS are identified in brackets after the unit pass criteria to which they are associated and they are also mapped in Annexe C. Further opportunities for learners to demonstrate these skills may arise as learners progress throughout their learning.
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Access and recruitment
Pearson’s policy regarding access to its qualifications is that:
l they should be available to everyone who is capable of reaching the required standards
l they should be free from any barriers that restrict access and progression
l there should be equal opportunities for all wishing to access the qualifications.
Centres are required to recruit learners to Pearson BTEC qualifications with integrity. This will include ensuring that applicants have appropriate information and advice about the qualification and that the qualification will meet their needs. Centres should take appropriate steps to assess each applicant’s potential and make a professional judgement about their ability to successfully complete the programme of study and achieve the qualification. This assessment will need to take account of the support available to the learner within the centre during their programme of study and any specific support that might be necessary to allow the learner to access the assessment for the qualification. Centres should consult Pearson’s policy on learners with particular requirements.
Centres will need to review the entry profile of qualifications and/or experience held by applicants, considering whether this profile shows an ability to progress to a level 3 qualification. For learners who have recently been in education, the profile is likely to include one of the following:
l a Pearson BTEC level 2 qualification in Construction and the Built Environment or a related vocational area
l a standard of literacy and numeracy supported by a general education equivalent to four GCSEs at grade A*-C
l other related level 2 qualifications
l related work experience.
More mature learners may present a more varied profile of achievement that is likely to include experience of paid and/or unpaid employment.
Restrictions on learner entry
Most Pearson BTEC qualifications are for learners aged 16 years and over.
In particular sectors the restrictions on learner entry might also relate to any physical or legal barriers, for example, people working in health, care or education are likely to be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.
Access arrangements for learners with disabilities and specific needs
Equality and fairness are central to our work. Pearson’s Equality Policy requires that all learners should have equal opportunity to access our qualifications and assessments, and that our qualifications should be awarded in a way that is fair to every learner.
We are committed to ensuring that:
l learners with a protected characteristic (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) are not, when they are undertaking one of our qualifications, disadvantaged in comparison to learners who do not share that characteristic
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l all learners achieve the recognition they deserve from undertaking a qualification and that this achievement can be fairly compared to the achievement of their peers.
Details on how to make adjustments for learners with protected characteristics are given in the policy document Reasonable Adjustment and Special Considerations for BTEC and Edexcel NVQ Qualifications, which can be found on the our website.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a method of assessment (leading to the award of credit) that considers whether a learner can demonstrate that they can meet the assessment requirements for a unit through knowledge, understanding or skills they already possess and so do not need to develop through a course of learning.
Pearson encourages centres to recognise learners’ previous achievements and experiences whether at work, home or at leisure, as well as in the classroom. RPL provides a route for the recognition of the achievements resulting from continuous learning.
RPL enables recognition of achievement from a range of activities using any valid assessment methodology. Provided that the assessment requirements of a given unit or qualification have been met, the use of RPL is acceptable for accrediting a unit, units or a whole qualification. Evidence of learning must be valid and reliable.
Unit format
All units in Pearson BTEC level 3 qualifications have a standard format. The unit format is designed to give guidance on the requirements of the qualification for learners, tutors, assessors and those responsible for monitoring national standards.
Each unit has the following sections.
Unit title
The unit title will appear on the learner’s Notification of Performance (NOP).
Level
All units and qualifications have a level assigned to them, which represents the level of achievement. There are nine levels of achievement, from Entry level to level 8. The level of the unit has been informed by the level descriptors and, where appropriate, the National Occupational Standards (NOS) and/or other sector/professional benchmarks.
Credit value
Each unit in Pearson BTEC qualifications has a credit value; learners will be awarded credits for the successful completion of whole units.
A credit value specifies the number of credits that will be awarded to a learner who has met all the learning outcomes of the unit.
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Guided learning hours
Guided learning hours for the unit as defined in page 3.
Aim and purpose
The aim is a succinct statement that summarises the learning outcomes of the unit.
Unit introduction
The unit introduction gives the reader an appreciation of the unit in the vocational setting of the qualification, as well as highlighting the focus of the unit. It gives the reader a snapshot of the unit and the key knowledge, skills and understanding gained while studying the unit. The unit introduction also highlights any links to the appropriate vocational sector by describing how the unit relates to that sector.
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes state exactly what a learner should ‘know, understand or be able to do’ as a result of completing the unit.
Unit content
The unit content identifies the breadth of knowledge, skills and understanding needed to design and deliver a programme of learning to achieve each of the learning outcomes. This is informed by the underpinning knowledge and understanding requirements of the related NOS. The content provides the range of subject material for the programme of learning and specifies the skills, knowledge and understanding required for achievement of the pass, merit and distinction grading criteria.
Each learning outcome is stated in full and then the key phrases or concepts related to that learning outcome are listed in italics followed by the subsequent range of related topics.
Relationship between content and assessment criteria
The learner must have the opportunity within delivery of the unit to cover all the unit content.
It is not a requirement of the unit specification that all content is assessed. However, the indicative content will need to be covered in a programme of learning in order for learners to be able to meet the standard determined in the assessment and grading criteria. The merit and distinction grading criteria enable the learner to achieve higher levels of performance in acquisition of knowledge, understanding and skills.
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Content structure and terminology
The information below shows how unit content is structured and gives the terminology used to explain the different components within the content.
l Learning outcome: this is given in bold at the beginning of each section of content.
l Italicised sub-heading: it contains a key phrase or concept. This is content which must be covered in the delivery of the unit. Colons mark the end of an italicised sub-heading.
l Elements of content: the elements are in plain text and amplify the sub-heading. The elements must also be covered in the delivery of the unit. Semi-colons mark the end of an element.
l Brackets contain amplification of elements of content which must be covered in the delivery of the unit.
l ‘eg’ is a list of examples used for indicative amplification of an element (that is, the content specified in this amplification that could be covered or that could be replaced by other, similar material).
Assessment and grading grid
Each grading grid gives the assessment and grading criteria used to determine the evidence that each learner must produce in order to receive a pass, merit or distinction grade. It is important to note that the merit and distinction grading criteria require a qualitative improvement in a learner’s evidence and not simply the production of more evidence at the same level.
Essential guidance for tutors
This section gives tutors additional guidance and amplification to aid understanding and a consistent level of delivery and assessment. It is divided into the following sections.
l Delivery – explains the content’s relationship with the learning outcomes and offers guidance about possible approaches to delivery. This section is based on the more usual delivery modes but is not intended to rule out alternative approaches.
l Outline learning plan – the outline learning plan has been included in every unit as guidance and demonstrates one way in planning the delivery and assessment of a unit. The outline learning plan can be used in conjunction with the programme of suggested assignments.
l Assessment – gives amplification about the nature and type of evidence that learners need to produce in order to pass the unit or achieve the higher grades. This section should be read in conjunction with the grading criteria.
l Suggested programme of assignments – the table shows how the suggested assignments match and cover the assessment grading criteria.
l Links to National Occupational Standards, other Pearson BTEC units, other Pearson BTEC qualifications and other relevant units and qualifications – sets out links with other units within the qualification. These links can be used to ensure that learners make connections between units, resulting in a coherent programme of learning. The links show opportunities for integration of learning, delivery and assessment.
l Essential resources – identifies any specialist resources needed to allow learners to generate the evidence required for each unit. The centre will be asked to ensure that any requirements are in place when it seeks approval from Pearson to offer the qualification.
l Employer engagement and vocational contexts – provides a short list of agencies, networks and other useful contacts for employer engagement and for sources of vocational contexts.
l Indicative reading for learners – gives a list of resource materials for learners that benchmark the level of study.
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Further information
For further information please call Customer Services on 020 7010 2188 (calls may be recorded for quality and training purposes) or email: [email protected]
Useful publications
Further copies of this document and related publications can be obtained by contacting us:
Telephone: 0845 172 0205 Fax: 01623 450 481 Email: [email protected]
Related information and publications include:
l Functional Skills publications – specifications, tutor support materials and question papers
l the current Pearson publications catalogue and update catalogue.
Edexcel publications concerning the Quality Assurance System and the internal and external verification of vocationally related programmes can be found on the our website and in the our publications catalogue.
NB: Most of our publications are priced. There is also a charge for postage and packing. Please check the cost when you order.
How to obtain National Occupational Standards
Please contact:
CITB-ConstructionSkills Bircham Newton King’s Lynn Norfolk PE31 6RH
Telephone: 01485 577577 Fax: 01485 577793 Email: [email protected]
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Professional development and training
Pearson supports UK and international customers with training related to Pearson BTEC qualifications. This support is available through a choice of training options offered in our published training directory or through customised training at your centre.
The support we offer focuses on a range of issues including:
l planning for the delivery of a new programme
l planning for assessment and grading
l developing effective assignments
l building your team and teamwork skills
l developing student-centred learning and teaching approaches
l building Functional Skills into your programme
l building in effective and efficient quality assurance systems.
The national programme of training we offer can be viewed on our website (www.edexcel.com/training). You can request customised training through the website or by contacting one of our advisers in the Training from Pearson UK to discuss your training needs.
The training we provide:
l is active – ideas are developed and applied
l is designed to be supportive and thought provoking
l builds on best practice.
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tion
3
Pear
son
Leve
l 3 D
iplo
ma
in
Con
stru
ctio
n an
d th
e Bu
ilt
Envi
ronm
ent
Pear
son
BTEC
Lev
el 3
Cer
tifica
te,
Subs
idia
ry D
iplo
ma,
90-
cred
it D
iplo
ma,
Dip
lom
a an
d Ex
tend
ed
Dip
lom
a in
Con
stru
ctio
n an
d th
e Bu
ilt E
nviro
nmen
t
Pear
son
BTEC
Lev
el 3
Aw
ard,
Ex
tend
ed C
ertifi
cate
and
Dip
lom
a in
Con
stru
ctio
n an
d th
e Bu
ilt
Envi
ronm
ent
NVQ
in T
echn
ical
Des
ign
(Con
stru
ctio
n En
viro
nmen
t)
NVQ
in C
onst
ruct
ion,
Pla
nt a
nd
Equi
pmen
t Sup
ervi
sion
2
Pear
son
Leve
l 2
Dip
lom
a in
C
onst
ruct
ion
and
the
Built
En
viro
nmen
t
Pear
son
GC
SE
in C
onst
ruct
ion
and
the
Built
En
viro
nmen
t
Pear
son
BTEC
Lev
el 2
Cer
tifica
te,
Exte
nded
Cer
tifica
te a
nd D
iplo
ma
in
Con
stru
ctio
n
Pear
son
BTEC
Lev
el 2
Aw
ard,
C
ertifi
cate
and
Ext
ende
d C
ertifi
cate
in C
onst
ruct
ion
and
the
Built
Env
ironm
ent (
Cra
ft)
and
Con
stru
ctio
n an
d th
e Bu
ilt
Envi
ronm
ent (
Tech
nici
an)
1
Pear
son
Leve
l 1
Dip
lom
a in
C
onst
ruct
ion
and
the
Built
En
viro
nmen
t
Pear
son
BTEC
Lev
el 1
Aw
ard,
C
ertifi
cate
, Ext
ende
d C
ertifi
cate
in
Con
stru
ctio
n an
d th
e Bu
ilt
Envi
ronm
ent
Ent
ry
Pear
son
BTEC
Lev
el 1
Aw
ard
in
Con
stru
ctio
n
Pear
son
BTEC
Lev
el 1
Cer
tifica
te in
C
onst
ruct
ion
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Annexe B
Grading domains: Pearson BTEC level 3 generic grading domains
Grading domain 1
Indicative characteristics – merit Indicative characteristics – distinction
Application of knowledge and understanding
(Learning outcome stem understand or know)
• Shows depth of knowledge and development of understanding in familiar and unfamiliar situations (for example explain why, makes judgements based on analysis).
• Applies and/or selects concepts showing comprehension of often complex theories.
• Applies knowledge in often familiar and unfamiliar contexts.
• Applies knowledge to non-routine contexts (eg assessor selection).
• Makes reasoned analytical judgements.
• Shows relationships between pass criteria.
• Synthesises knowledge and understanding across pass and merit criteria.
• Evaluates complex concepts/ideas/actions and makes reasoned and confident judgements.
• Uses analysis, research and evaluation to make recommendations and influence proposals.
• Analyses implications of application of knowledge/understanding.
• Accesses and evaluates knowledge and understanding to advance complex activities/contexts.
• Shows relationships with pass and merit criteria.
• Responds positively to evaluation.
Grading domain 2
Indicative characteristics – merit Indicative characteristics – distinction
Development of practical and technical skills
(Learning outcome stem be able to)
• Deploys appropriate advanced techniques/processes/skills.
• Applies technical skill to advance non-routine activities.
• Advances practical activities within resource constraints.
• Produces varied solutions (including non-routine).
• Modifies techniques/processes to situations.
• Shows relationship between pass criteria.
• Demonstrates creativity/originality/own ideas.
• Applies skill(s) to achieve higher order outcome.
• Selects and uses successfully from a range of advanced techniques/processes/skills.
• Reflects on skill acquisition and application.
• Justifies application of skills/methods.
• Makes judgements about risks and limitations of techniques/processes.
• Innovates or generates new techniques/processes for new situations.
• Shows relationship with pass and merit criteria.
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Grading domain 3
Indicative characteristics – merit Indicative characteristics – distinction
Personal development for occupational roles
(Any learning outcome stem)
• Takes responsibility in planning and undertaking activities.
• Reviews own development needs.
• Finds and uses relevant information sources.
• Acts within a given work-related context showing understanding of responsibilities.
• Identifies responsibilities of employers to the community and the environment.
• Applies qualities related to the vocational sector.
• Internalises skills/attributes (creating confidence).
• Manages self to achieve outcomes successfully.
• Plans for own learning and development through the activities.
• Analyses and manipulates information to draw conclusions.
• Applies initiative appropriately.
• Assesses how different work-related contexts or constraints would change performance.
• Reacts positively to changing work-related contexts
• Operates ethically in work-related environments.
• Takes decisions related to work contexts.
• Applies divergent and lateral thinking in work-related contexts.
• Understands interdependence.
Grading domain 4
Indicative characteristics – merit Indicative characteristics – distinction
Application of generic skills
(Any learning outcome stem)
• Communicates effectively using appropriate behavioural and language registers.
• Communicates with clarity and influence.
• Makes judgements in contexts with explanations.
• Explains how to contribute within a team.
• Demonstrates positive contribution to team(s).
• Makes adjustments to meet the needs/expectations of others (negotiation skills).
• Selects and justifies solutions for specified problems.
• Presents self and communicates information to meet the needs of a variety of audience.
• Identifies strategies for communication.
• Shows innovative approaches to dealing with individuals and groups.
• Takes decisions in contexts with justifications.
• Produces outputs subject to time/resource constraints.
• Reflects on own contribution to working within a team.
• Generates new or alternative solutions to specified problems.
• Explores entrepreneurial attributes.
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Annexe C
Personal, learning and thinking skills
A FRAMEWORK OF PERSONAL, LEARNING AND THINKING SKILLS 11–19 IN ENGLAND
Source – QCDA
The framework comprises six groups of skills that, together with the Functional Skills of English, Mathematics and ICT, are essential to success in learning, life and work. In essence the framework captures the essential skills of: managing self; managing relationships with others; and managing own learning, performance and work. It is these skills that will enable young people to enter work and adult life confident and capable.
The titles of the six groups of skills are set out below.
For each group there is a focus statement that sums up the range of skills. This is followed by a set of outcome statements that are indicative of the skills, behaviours and personal qualities associated with each group.
Each group is distinctive and coherent. The groups are also inter-connected. Young people are likely to encounter skills from several groups in any one learning experience. For example an independent enquirer would set goals for their research with clear success criteria (reflective learner) and organise and manage their time and resources effectively to achieve these (self-manager). In order to acquire and develop fundamental concepts such as organising oneself, managing change, taking responsibility and perseverance, learners will need to apply skills from all six groups in a wide range of learning contexts 11-19.
Team workers
Self-managers
Independent enquirers
Reflective learners
Effective participators
Creative thinkers
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The Skills
Independent enquirersFocus:Young people process and evaluate information in their investigations, planning what to do and how to go about it. They take informed and well-reasoned decisions, recognising that others have different beliefs and attitudes.
Young people: • identify questions to answer and problems to resolve • plan and carry out research, appreciating the consequences of decisions • explore issues, events or problems from different perspectives • analyse and evaluate information, judging its relevance and value • consider the influence of circumstances, beliefs and feelings on decisions and events • support conclusions, using reasoned arguments and evidence.
Creative thinkersFocus:Young people think creatively by generating and exploring ideas, making original connections. They try different ways to tackle a problem, working with others to find imaginative solutions and outcomes that are of value.
Young people: • generate ideas and explore possibilities • ask questions to extend their thinking • connect their own and others’ ideas and experiences in inventive ways • question their own and others’ assumptions • try out alternatives or new solutions and follow ideas through • adapt ideas as circumstances change.
Reflective learnersFocus:Young people evaluate their strengths and limitations, setting themselves realistic goals with criteria for success. They monitor their own performance and progress, inviting feedback from others and making changes to further their learning.
Young people: • assess themselves and others, identifying opportunities and achievements • set goals with success criteria for their development and work • review progress, acting on the outcomes • invite feedback and deal positively with praise, setbacks and criticism • evaluate experiences and learning to inform future progress • communicate their learning in relevant ways for different audiences.
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Team workersFocus:Young people work confidently with others, adapting to different contexts and taking responsibility for their own part. They listen to and take account of different views. They form collaborative relationships, resolving issues to reach agreed outcomes.
Young people: • collaborate with others to work towards common goals • reach agreements, managing discussions to achieve results • adapt behaviour to suit different roles and situations, including leadership role • show fairness and consideration to others • take responsibility, showing confidence in themselves and their contribution • provide constructive support and feedback to others.
Self-managersFocus:Young people organise themselves, showing personal responsibility, initiative, creativity and enterprise with a commitment to learning and self-improvement. They actively embrace change, responding positively to new priorities, coping with challenges and looking for opportunities.
Young people: • seek out challenges or new responsibilities and show flexibility when priorities change • work towards goals, showing initiative, commitment and perseverance • organise time and resources, prioritising actions • anticipate, take and manage risks • deal with competing pressures, including personal and work-related demands • respond positively to change, seeking advice and support when needed.
Effective participatorsFocus:Young people actively engage with issues that affect them and those around them. They play a full part in the life of their school, college, workplace or wider community by taking responsible action to bring improvements for others as well as themselves.
Young people: • discuss issues of concern, seeking resolution where needed • present a persuasive case for action • propose practical ways forward, breaking these down into manageable steps • identify improvements that would benefit others as well as themselves • try to influence others, negotiating and balancing diverse views to reach workable solutions • act as an advocate for views and beliefs that may differ from their own.
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PLTS performance indicator (suggested recording sheet)
Name: Date:
Level of success 1 = low, 5 = high
Independent enquirers
Identify questions to answer and problems to resolve 1 2 3 4 5Plan and carry out research, appreciating the consequences of decisions 1 2 3 4 5Explore issues, events or problems from different perspectives 1 2 3 4 5Analyse and evaluate information, judging its relevance and value 1 2 3 4 5Consider the influence of circumstances, beliefs and feelings on decisions and events
1 2 3 4 5
Support conclusions, using reasoned arguments and evidence 1 2 3 4 5Creative thinkersGenerate ideas and explore possibilities 1 2 3 4 5Ask questions to extend their thinking 1 2 3 4 5Connect their own and others’ ideas and experiences in inventive ways 1 2 3 4 5Question their own and others’ assumptions 1 2 3 4 5Try out alternatives or new solutions and follow ideas through 1 2 3 4 5Adapt ideas as circumstances change 1 2 3 4 5Reflective learnersAssess themselves and others, identifying opportunities and achievements 1 2 3 4 5Set goals with success criteria for their development and work 1 2 3 4 5Review progress, acting on the outcomes 1 2 3 4 5Invite feedback and deal positively with praise, setbacks and criticism 1 2 3 4 5Evaluate experiences and learning to inform future progress 1 2 3 4 5Communicate their learning in relevant ways for different audiences 1 2 3 4 5
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Team workers
Collaborate with others to work towards common goals 1 2 3 4 5Reach agreements, managing discussions to achieve results 1 2 3 4 5Adapt behaviour to suit different roles and situations, including leadership roles 1 2 3 4 5Show fairness and consideration to others 1 2 3 4 5Take responsibility, showing confidence in themselves and their contribution 1 2 3 4 5Provide constructive support and feedback to others 1 2 3 4 5Self-managersSeek out challenges or new responsibilities and show flexibility when priorities change
1 2 3 4 5
Work towards goals, showing initiative, commitment and perseverance 1 2 3 4 5
Organise time and resources, prioritising actions 1 2 3 4 5Anticipate, take and manage risks 1 2 3 4 5Deal with competing pressures, including personal and work-related demands 1 2 3 4 5Respond positively to change, seeking advice and support when needed 1 2 3 4 5Effective participatorsDiscuss issues of concern, seeking resolution where needed 1 2 3 4 5Present a persuasive case for action 1 2 3 4 5Propose practical ways forward, breaking these down into manageable steps 1 2 3 4 5Identify improvements that would benefit others as well as themselves 1 2 3 4 5Try to influence others, negotiating and balancing diverse views to reach workable solutions
1 2 3 4 5
Act as an advocate for views and beliefs that may differ from their own 1 2 3 4 5
Note to learner: The circled number represents an indication of your PLTS performance so far.
Note to tutor: Indicate the level of success by circling the appropriate number during your feedback with the learner.
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Sum
mar
y of
the
PLT
S c
over
age
thro
ugho
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he p
rogr
amm
e
This
tabl
e sh
ows
whe
re u
nits
sup
port
the
deve
lopm
ent o
f per
sona
l, le
arni
ng a
nd th
inki
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kills
.
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i
ndic
ates
opp
ortu
nitie
s fo
r de
velo
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a
blan
k sp
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indi
cate
s no
opp
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nitie
s fo
r de
velo
pmen
t
Pers
onal
, lea
rnin
g an
d th
inki
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kills
Uni
t
12
34
56
78
910
1112
1314
1516
1718
1920
2122
2324
2526
27
Inde
pend
ent
enqu
irers
Cre
ativ
e th
inke
rs
Refle
ctiv
e le
arne
rs
Team
wor
kers
Self-
man
ager
s
Effec
tive
part
icip
ator
s
Pers
onal
, lea
rnin
g an
d th
inki
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kills
Uni
t
2829
3031
3233
3435
3637
3839
4041
4243
4445
4647
4849
5051
5253
54
Inde
pend
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enqu
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Cre
ativ
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Refle
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arne
rs
Team
wor
kers
Self-
man
ager
s
Effec
tive
part
icip
ator
s
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Annexe D
Wider curriculum mapping
The qualifications in this specification give learners opportunities to develop an understanding of spiritual, moral, ethical, social and cultural issues, as well as an awareness of citizenship, environmental issues, European developments, health and safety considerations and equal opportunities issues.
The BTEC qualifications in this specification make a positive contribution to wider curricular areas as appropriate.
Spiritual, moral, ethical, social and cultural issues
These qualifications contribute to an understanding of:
l spiritual issues – for example how the moral and ethical issues in Unit 43: Employment Framework in the Built Environment impact on the employee and employer
l social and cultural issues – for example, the impact of the built environment on local communities as exemplified by the need to hold public consultations in Unit 24: Planning Procedures in Construction.
Citizenship issues
Learners undertaking the BTEC qualifications in this specification will have the opportunity to develop their understanding of citizenship issues, the contribution of the built environment to the economy in Unit 11: Economics and Finance in Construction and Civil Engineering and the importance of property as an investment, for example for pension portfolios in Unit 20: Property Valuation in Construction.
Environmental issues
Learners undertaking the BTEC qualifications in this specification will have the opportunity to develop their understanding of environmental issues, for example in Unit 2: Sustainable Construction.
European developments
Much of the content of the BTEC qualifications in this specification applies throughout Europe even though delivery is in a UK context.
Health and safety considerations
The BTEC qualifications in this specification are practically based and health and safety issues are encountered throughout the units.
Equal opportunities issues
Equal opportunities issues are implicit throughout the BTEC qualifications in this specification.
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Wid
er c
urri
culu
m m
appi
ng Unit 1
Unit 2
Unit 3
Unit 4
Unit 5
Unit 6
Unit 7
Unit 8
Unit 9
Unit 10
Unit 11
Unit 12
Unit 13
Unit 14
Unit 15
Unit 16
Unit 17
Unit 18
Spiri
tual
Mor
al a
nd e
thic
al
Soci
al a
nd c
ultu
ral
Citi
zens
hip
issue
s
Envi
ronm
enta
l iss
ues
Euro
pean
dev
elop
men
ts
Hea
lth a
nd s
afet
y co
nsid
erat
ions
Equa
l opp
ortu
nitie
s iss
ues
Unit 19
Unit 20
Unit 21
Unit 22
Unit 23
Unit 24
Unit 25
Unit 26
Unit 27
Unit 28
Unit 29
Unit 30
Unit 31
Unit 32
Unit 33
Unit 34
Unit 35
Unit 36
Spiri
tual
Mor
al a
nd e
thic
al
Soci
al a
nd c
ultu
ral
Citi
zens
hip
issue
s
Envi
ronm
enta
l iss
ues
Euro
pean
dev
elop
men
ts
Hea
lth a
nd s
afet
y co
nsid
erat
ions
Equa
l opp
ortu
nitie
s iss
ues
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er c
urri
culu
m m
appi
ng Unit 1
Unit 2
Unit 3
Unit 4
Unit 5
Unit 6
Unit 7
Unit 8
Unit 9
Unit 10
Unit 11
Unit 12
Unit 13
Unit 14
Unit 15
Unit 16
Unit 17
Unit 18
Spiri
tual
Mor
al a
nd e
thic
al
Soci
al a
nd c
ultu
ral
Citi
zens
hip
issue
s
Envi
ronm
enta
l iss
ues
Euro
pean
dev
elop
men
ts
Hea
lth a
nd s
afet
y co
nsid
erat
ions
Equa
l opp
ortu
nitie
s iss
ues
Unit 19
Unit 20
Unit 21
Unit 22
Unit 23
Unit 24
Unit 25
Unit 26
Unit 27
Unit 28
Unit 29
Unit 30
Unit 31
Unit 32
Unit 33
Unit 34
Unit 35
Unit 36
Spiri
tual
Mor
al a
nd e
thic
al
Soci
al a
nd c
ultu
ral
Citi
zens
hip
issue
s
Envi
ronm
enta
l iss
ues
Euro
pean
dev
elop
men
ts
Hea
lth a
nd s
afet
y co
nsid
erat
ions
Equa
l opp
ortu
nitie
s iss
ues
Unit 37
Unit 38
Unit 39
Unit 40
Unit 41
Unit 42
Unit 43
Unit 44
Unit 45
Unit 46
Unit 47
Unit 48
Unit 49
Unit 50
Unit 51
Unit 52
Unit 53
Unit 54
Spiri
tual
Mor
al a
nd e
thic
al
Soci
al a
nd c
ultu
ral
Citi
zens
hip
issue
s
Envi
ronm
enta
l iss
ues
Euro
pean
dev
elop
men
ts
Hea
lth a
nd s
afet
y co
nsid
erat
ions
Equa
l opp
ortu
nitie
s iss
ues
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Ann
exe
E
Nat
iona
l Occ
upat
iona
l Sta
ndar
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appi
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NV
Qs
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grid
bel
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of th
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NV
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Uni
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NV
Qs
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2324
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ts
NV
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Annexe F
Unit mapping overview
BTEC National in Land-based Technology (specification end date 31/08/2010)/new versions of the Pearson BTEC qualifications in Land-based Technology (specification start date 01/09/2010) – the Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Land-based Technology, Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Land-based Technology, Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma in Land-based Technology, Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Land-based Technology and the Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Land-based Technology.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National in Land-based Technology new (specification start date 1st September 2010) – unit mapping overview
KEY
P – Partial mapping (Some topics from the old unit appear in the new unit.)
F – Full mapping (Topics in old unit match new unit exactly or almost exactly.)
X – Full mapping + new (All the topics from the old unit appear in the new unit, but new unit also contains new topic(s).)
Old units
New units U
nit
1
Uni
t 2
Uni
t 3
Uni
t 4
Uni
t 5
Uni
t 6
Uni
t 7
Uni
t 8
Uni
t 9
Uni
t 10
Uni
t 11
Uni
t 12
Uni
t 13
Uni
t 14
Uni
t 15
Uni
t 16
Uni
t 17
Uni
t 18
Uni
t 19
Unit 1 F
Unit 2 F
Unit 3 F
Unit 4 F
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Uni
t m
appi
ng in
dep
th
BTEC
Nat
iona
l in
Con
stru
ctio
n an
d th
e Bu
ilt E
nviro
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ecifi
catio
n en
d da
te 3
1/08
/201
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ew v
ersio
ns o
f the
BTE
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ualifi
catio
ns in
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stru
ctio
n an
d th
e Bu
ilt E
nviro
nmen
t (sp
ecifi
catio
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art d
ate
01/0
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10) –
the
BTEC
Lev
el 3
Cer
tifica
te in
Con
stru
ctio
n an
d th
e Bu
ilt E
nviro
nmen
t, BT
EC L
evel
3 S
ubsid
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D
iplo
ma
in C
onst
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ion
and
the
Built
Env
ironm
ent,
BTEC
Lev
el 3
90-
cred
it D
iplo
ma
in C
onst
ruct
ion
and
the
Built
Env
ironm
ent,
BTEC
Lev
el 3
Dip
lom
a in
C
onst
ruct
ion
and
the
Built
Env
ironm
ent a
nd th
e BT
EC L
evel
3 E
xten
ded
Dip
lom
a in
C
onst
ruct
ion
and
the
Built
Env
ironm
ent.
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ping
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ts (
new
top
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in it
alic
s)
Num
ber
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umbe
rN
ame
Uni
t 1
Hea
lth, S
afet
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d W
elfa
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in C
onst
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ion
and
the
Built
En
viro
nmen
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Uni
t 1
Hea
lth, S
afet
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d W
elfa
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in C
onst
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stai
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onst
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ion
Uni
t 2
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stru
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d th
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viro
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Uni
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Mat
hem
atic
s in
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stru
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d th
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nviro
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athe
mat
ics
in C
onst
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and
the
Built
Env
ironm
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Uni
t 4
Scie
nce
and
Mat
eria
ls in
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stru
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d th
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ilt E
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4 Sc
ienc
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d M
ater
ials
in C
onst
ruct
ion
and
the
Built
Env
ironm
ent
Uni
t 5
Con
stru
ctio
n Te
chno
logy
and
Des
ign
in
Con
stru
ctio
n an
d C
ivil
Engi
neer
ing
Uni
t 5
Con
stru
ctio
n Te
chno
logy
and
Des
ign
in C
onst
ruct
ion
and
Civ
il En
gine
erin
g
Uni
t 6
Build
ing
Tech
nolo
gy in
Con
stru
ctio
nU
nit
6 Bu
ildin
g Te
chno
logy
in C
onst
ruct
ion
Uni
t 7
Proj
ect M
anag
emen
t in
Con
stru
ctio
n an
d th
e Bu
ilt E
nviro
nmen
tU
nit
7 Pl
anni
ng, O
rgan
isatio
n an
d C
ontr
ol
of R
esou
rces
in C
onst
ruct
ion
and
the
Built
Env
ironm
ent
Uni
t 8
Gra
phic
al D
etai
ling
in C
onst
ruct
ion
and
the
Built
Env
ironm
ent
Uni
t 8
Gra
phic
al D
etai
ling
in C
onst
ruct
ion
and
the
Built
Env
ironm
ent
Uni
t 9
Mea
surin
g, E
stim
atin
g an
d Te
nder
ing
Proc
esse
s in
Con
stru
ctio
n an
d th
e Bu
ilt
Envi
ronm
ent
Uni
t 9
Mea
surin
g, E
stim
atin
g an
d Te
nder
ing
Proc
esse
s in
Con
stru
ctio
n an
d th
e Bu
ilt E
nviro
nmen
tU
nit
10Su
rvey
ing
in C
onst
ruct
ion
and
Civ
il En
gine
erin
gU
nit
10Su
rvey
ing
in C
onst
ruct
ion
and
Civ
il En
gine
erin
g
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Uni
t 11
Econ
omic
s an
d Fi
nanc
e in
Con
stru
ctio
n an
d C
ivil
Engi
neer
ing
Uni
t 11
Econ
omic
s an
d Fi
nanc
e in
C
onst
ruct
ion
and
Civ
il En
gine
erin
gU
nit
12Se
ttin
g O
ut P
roce
sses
in C
onst
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ion
and
Civ
il En
gine
erin
gU
nit
12Se
ttin
g ou
t Pro
cess
es in
Con
stru
ctio
n an
d C
ivil
Engi
neer
ing
Uni
t 13
The
Und
erpi
nnin
g Sc
ienc
e fo
r th
e Pr
ovisi
on o
f Hum
an C
omfo
rt in
Bu
ildin
gs
Uni
t 13
Envi
ronm
enta
l Sci
ence
in
Con
stru
ctio
n
Uni
t 14
Stru
ctur
al M
echa
nics
in C
onst
ruct
ion
and
Civ
il En
gine
erin
gU
nit
14St
ruct
ural
Mec
hani
cs in
Con
stru
ctio
n an
d C
ivil
Engi
neer
ing
Uni
t 15
Build
ing
Surv
eyin
g in
Con
stru
ctio
nU
nit
15Bu
ildin
g Su
rvey
ing
in C
onst
ruct
ion
Uni
t 16
Mec
hani
cal a
nd E
lect
rical
Ser
vice
s in
C
onst
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ion
Uni
t 16
M
echa
nica
l and
Ele
ctric
al S
ervi
ces
in
Con
stru
ctio
nU
nit
17Bu
ildin
g Re
gula
tions
and
Con
trol
in
Con
stru
ctio
nU
nit
17
Build
ing
Regu
latio
ns a
nd C
ontr
ol fo
r C
onst
ruct
ion
Uni
t 18
Com
pute
r-A
ided
Dra
ftin
g an
d D
esig
n fo
r C
onst
ruct
ion
Uni
t 18
IC
T an
d C
AD
in C
onst
ruct
ion
and
the
Built
Env
ironm
ent
Uni
t 18
has
been
spl
it in
to tw
o un
its –
Uni
ts 1
8 an
d 54
Uni
t 19
Furt
her
Mat
hem
atic
s in
Con
stru
ctio
n an
d th
e Bu
ilt E
nviro
nmen
tU
nit
19Fu
rthe
r M
athe
mat
ics
in C
onst
ruct
ion,
C
ivil
Engi
neer
ing
and
Build
ing
Serv
ices
Eng
inee
ring
Uni
t 20
Prop
erty
Val
uatio
n in
Con
stru
ctio
nU
nit
20Pr
oper
ty V
alua
tion
in C
onst
ruct
ion
Uni
t 21
Proj
ect i
n C
onst
ruct
ion
and
the
Built
En
viro
nmen
tU
nit
21Em
ploy
er-R
elat
ed P
roje
ct in
C
onst
ruct
ion
and
the
Built
En
viro
nmen
tU
nit
22D
esig
n Pr
oced
ures
in C
onst
ruct
ion
Uni
t 22
Des
ign
Proc
edur
es in
Con
stru
ctio
n
Uni
t 23
Spat
ial D
ata
Tech
niqu
es in
C
onst
ruct
ion
and
Civ
il En
gine
erin
gU
nit
23Sp
atia
l Dat
a Te
chni
ques
in
Con
stru
ctio
n an
d C
ivil
Engi
neer
ing
Uni
t 24
Plan
ning
Pro
cedu
res
in C
onst
ruct
ion
Uni
t 24
Plan
ning
Pro
cedu
res
in C
onst
ruct
ion
Uni
t 25
Prop
erty
Law
in C
onst
ruct
ion
Uni
t 25
Prop
erty
Law
in C
onst
ruct
ion
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eN
umbe
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ame
Uni
t 26
G
eogr
aphi
cal I
nfor
mat
ion
Syst
ems
in
Con
stru
ctio
nU
nit
26
Land
Info
rmat
ion
in C
onst
ruct
ion
Uni
t 27
Su
rvey
ing
Tech
nolo
gy in
Con
stru
ctio
n an
d C
ivil
Engi
neer
ing
Uni
t 27
Su
rvey
ing
Tech
nolo
gy in
C
onst
ruct
ion
and
Civ
il En
gine
erin
gU
nit
28
Topo
grap
hic
Surv
eyin
g in
Con
stru
ctio
n an
d C
ivil
Engi
neer
ing
Uni
t 28
To
pogr
aphi
c Su
rvey
ing
in
Con
stru
ctio
n an
d C
ivil
Engi
neer
ing
Uni
t 29
Con
stru
ctio
n in
Civ
il En
gine
erin
gU
nit
29C
onst
ruct
ion
in C
ivil
Engi
neer
ing
Uni
t 30
Publ
ic H
ealth
Eng
inee
ring
in C
ivil
Engi
neer
ing
Uni
t 30
Publ
ic H
ealth
Eng
inee
ring
in C
ivil
Engi
neer
ing
Uni
t 31
Hig
hway
Con
stru
ctio
n an
d M
aint
enan
ce in
Civ
il En
gine
erin
gU
nit
31H
ighw
ay C
onst
ruct
ion
and
Mai
nten
ance
in C
ivil
Engi
neer
ing
Uni
t 32
Build
ing
Serv
ices
Con
trol
Sys
tem
sU
nit
32Bu
ildin
g Se
rvic
es C
ontr
ol S
yste
ms
Uni
t 33
Build
ing
Serv
ices
Sci
ence
Uni
t 33
Build
ing
Serv
ices
Sci
ence
Uni
t 34
Low
Tem
pera
ture
Hot
Wat
er H
eatin
g in
Bui
ldin
g Se
rvic
es E
ngin
eerin
gU
nit
34H
eatin
g in
Bui
ldin
g Se
rvic
es
Engi
neer
ing
Uni
t 35
Vent
ilatio
n an
d A
ir C
ondi
tioni
ng D
esig
n in
Bui
ldin
g Se
rvic
es E
ngin
eerin
gU
nit
35Ve
ntila
tion
and
Air
Con
ditio
ning
in
Build
ing
Serv
ices
Eng
inee
ring
Uni
t 36
Fl
uids
- St
atic
and
Dyn
amic
in B
uild
ing
Serv
ices
Eng
inee
ring
Uni
t 36
Fl
uids
Sta
tic a
nd D
ynam
ic in
Bui
ldin
g Se
rvic
es E
ngin
eerin
gU
nit
37
Refr
iger
atio
n Te
chno
logy
in B
uild
ing
Serv
ices
Eng
inee
ring
Uni
t 37
Re
frig
erat
ion
Tech
nolo
gy in
Bui
ldin
g Se
rvic
es E
ngin
eerin
gU
nit
38
Plum
bing
Tec
hnol
ogy
in B
uild
ing
Serv
ices
Eng
inee
ring
Uni
t 38
Pl
umbi
ng T
echn
olog
y in
Bui
ldin
g Se
rvic
es E
ngin
eerin
gU
nit
39El
ectr
ical
Prin
cipl
es in
Bui
ldin
g Se
rvic
es
Engi
neer
ing
Uni
t 39
Elec
tric
al P
rinci
ples
in B
uild
ing
Serv
ices
Eng
inee
ring
Uni
t 40
Elec
tric
al In
stal
latio
n St
anda
rds
and
Com
pone
nts
in B
uild
ing
Serv
ices
En
gine
erin
g
Uni
t 40
Elec
tric
al In
stal
latio
n St
anda
rds
and
Com
pone
nts
in B
uild
ing
Serv
ices
En
gine
erin
g
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ber
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eN
umbe
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ame
Uni
t 41
Elec
tric
al In
stal
latio
n D
esig
n in
Bui
ldin
g Se
rvic
es E
ngin
eerin
gU
nit
41El
ectr
ical
Inst
alla
tion
Des
ign
in
Build
ing
Serv
ices
Eng
inee
ring
Uni
t 42
Com
miss
ioni
ng E
lect
rical
Inst
alla
tions
in
Build
ing
Serv
ices
Eng
inee
ring
Uni
t 42
Com
miss
ioni
ng E
lect
rical
Inst
alla
tions
in
Bui
ldin
g Se
rvic
es E
ngin
eerin
gU
nit
43Em
ploy
men
t Fra
mew
ork
in th
e Bu
ilt
Envi
ronm
ent
Uni
t 44
Con
vers
ion
and
Ada
ptat
ion
of B
uild
ings
Uni
t 45
Prin
cipa
ls an
d A
pplic
atio
ns o
f M
anag
emen
t Tec
hniq
ues
in th
e C
onst
ruct
ion
Indu
stry
Uni
t 46
Te
nder
ing
and
Estim
atin
g in
C
onst
ruct
ion
Uni
t 47
M
easu
rem
ent T
echn
ique
s in
C
onst
ruct
ion
Uni
t 48
St
ruct
ural
Beh
avio
ur a
nd D
etai
ling
for
Con
stru
ctio
nU
nit
49C
onst
ruct
ion
Des
ign
Proc
edur
es
Uni
t 50
Con
stru
ctio
n D
esig
n Te
chno
logy
Uni
t 51
Civ
il En
gine
erin
g C
onst
ruct
ion
Uni
t 52
Stru
ctur
al A
naly
sis a
nd D
esig
n in
C
onst
ruct
ion
Uni
t 53
Pers
onal
and
Pro
fess
iona
l Dev
elop
men
t in
the
Built
Env
ironm
ent
Uni
t 54
Info
rmat
ion
and
Com
mun
icat
ion
Tech
nolo
gy fo
r C
onst
ruct
ion
and
the
Built
Env
ironm
ent
Uni
t 18
IC
T an
d C
AD
in C
onst
ruct
ion
and
the
Built
Env
ironm
ent
Uni
t 18
has
been
spl
it in
to tw
o un
its –
Uni
ts 1
8 an
d 54
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Annexe G
Examples of calculation of qualification grade above pass grade
Pearson will automatically calculate the qualification grade for learners when unit grades are submitted.
The generic examples below demonstrate how the qualification grade above pass is calculated.
Points available for credits achieved at different levels and unit grades
The table below shows the number of points scored per credit at the unit level and grade.
Unit level Points per credit
Pass Merit Distinction
Level 2 5 6 7Level 3 7 8 9Level 4 9 10 11
Learners who achieve the correct number of points within the ranges shown in the ‘qualification grade’ table below will achieve the qualification merit, distinction or distinction* grades (or combinations of these grades appropriate to the qualification).
Qualification grade
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate
Points range above pass grade Grade
230-249 Merit M250-259 Distinction D260 and above Distinction* D*
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma
Points range above pass grade Grade
460-499 Merit M500-519 Distinction D520 and above Distinction* D*
Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma
Points range above pass grade Grade
660-689 MP690-719 MM720-749 DM750-769 DD770-789 D*D790 and above D*D*
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma
Points range above pass grade Grade
880-919 MP920-959 MM960-999 DM1000-1029 DD1030-1059 D*D1060 and above D*D*
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
Points range above pass grade Grade
1300-1339 MPP1340-1379 MMP1380-1419 MMM1420-1459 DMM1460-1499 DDM1500-1529 DDD1530-1559 D*DD1560-1589 D*D*D1590 and above D*D*D*
Example 1
Achievement of pass qualification grade
A learner completing a 30-credit Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate does not achieve the points required to gain a merit qualification grade.
Level Credit Grade Grade pointsPoints per unit = credit x grade
Unit 1 3 10 Pass 7 10 × 7 = 70Unit 2 3 10 Pass 7 10 × 7 = 70Unit 3 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 8 = 80Qualification grade totals
30 Pass 220
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Example 2
Achievement of merit qualification grade
A learner completing a 30-credit Pearson BTEC Level 3 Certificate achieves the points required to gain a merit qualification grade.
Level Credit Grade Grade pointsPoints per unit = credit x grade
Unit 1 3 10 Pass 7 10 × 7 = 70Unit 2 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 8 = 80Unit 3 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 8 = 80Qualification grade totals
Merit 230
Example 3
Achievement of distinction qualification grade
A learner completing a 60-credit Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma achieves the points required to gain a distinction qualification grade.
Level Credit Grade Grade pointsPoints per unit = credit x grade
Unit 1 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 8 = 80Unit 2 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 9 = 90Unit 3 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 9 = 90Unit 5 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 8 = 80Unit 6 2 10 Distinction 7 10 × 7 = 70Unit 11 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 9 = 90Qualification grade totals
60 Distinction 500
Example 4
Achievement of distinction distinction grade
A learner completing a Pearson BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma achieves the points required to gain a distinction distinction qualification grade.
Level Credit Grade Grade pointsPoints per unit = credit x grade
Unit 1 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 8 = 80Unit 2 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 9 = 90Unit 3 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 9 = 90Unit 4 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 8 = 80Unit 5 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 8 = 80Unit 6 2 10 Distinction 7 10 × 7 = 70Unit 11 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 9 = 90Unit 15 4 10 Merit 10 10 × 10 = 100Unit 17 3 10 Pass 7 10 × 7 = 70Qualification grade totals
90 Distinction Distinction
750
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Example 5
Achievement of distinction merit qualification grade
A learner completing a 120-credit Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma achieves the points required to gain a distinction merit qualification grade.
Level Credit Grade Grade pointsPoints per unit = credit x grade
Unit 1 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 8 = 80Unit 2 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 9 = 90Unit 3 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 9 = 90Unit 4 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 8 = 80Unit 5 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 8 = 80Unit 6 2 10 Distinction 7 10 × 7 = 70Unit 11 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 9 = 90Unit 15 4 10 Merit 10 10 × 10 = 100Unit 17 3 10 Pass 7 10 × 7 = 70Unit 18 3 10 Pass 7 10 × 7 = 70Unit 25 3 20 Merit 8 20 × 8 = 160Qualification grade totals
120 Distinction Merit
980
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Achievement of merit merit merit qualification grade
A learner completing a 180-credit Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma achieves the points required to gain a merit merit merit qualification grade.
Level Credit Grade Grade pointsPoints per unit = credit x grade
Unit 1 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 8 = 80Unit 2 3 10 Pass 7 10 × 7 = 70Unit 3 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 9 = 90Unit 4 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 8 = 80Unit 5 3 10 Pass 7 10 × 7 = 70Unit 6 2 10 Distinction 7 10 × 7 = 70Unit 11 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 9 = 90Unit 12 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 8 = 80Unit 15 4 10 Pass 9 10 × 9 = 90Unit 17 3 10 Pass 7 10 × 7 = 70Unit 18 3 10 Pass 7 10 × 7 = 70Unit 20 3 10 Pass 7 10 × 7 = 70Unit 22 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 8 = 80Unit 25 3 20 Pass 7 20 × 7 = 140Unit 35 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 9 = 90Unit 36 3 10 Merit 8 10 × 8 = 80Unit 38 3 10 Distinction 9 10 × 9 = 90Qualification grade totals
180 Merit Merit Merit
1410
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Annexe H
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER)
The HSC publication ‘Safe use of work equipment, Approved Code of Practice and Guidance’ is aimed at employers and employees across all industries and gives new guidance on the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998.
It addresses many issues including ‘training for young people’ and centres must comply with the following guidance when developing delivery and assessment strategies that involve the use of hand-held power tools. For the purposes of this unit the centre must assume the responsibilities incumbent upon the ‘employer’ with learners being deemed equivalent to ‘employees’ and/or ‘workers’.
38 You have a duty under health and safety law to ensure, as far as is reasonably practicable, the health, safety and welfare of your employees. When carrying out an assessment of the risk to their health and safety, you should identify groups of workers that might be particularly at risk such as young or disabled people. The outcome of your risk assessment will be helpful in meeting your duty to provide information, instruction, training and supervision necessary to ensure the health and safety of your employees. You will want to take account of factors such as their competence, experience, maturity etc.
77 If you are an employer you have a duty to ensure that items of work equipment provided for your employees and the self-employed working for you comply with PUWER 1998.
189 Training and proper supervision of young people is particularly important because of their relative immaturity and unfamiliarity with the working environment. Induction training is of particular importance. There are no general age restrictions in legislation relating to the use of work equipment although there is some ACOP material in the relevant publications dealing with lifting, power presses and wood working; all employees should be competent to use work equipment with due regard to health and safety regardless of their age.
The Management Regulations contain specific requirements relating to the employment of young people under the age of 18. These require employers to assess risks to young people before they start work, taking into account their inexperience, lack of awareness of potential risks and their immaturity. Employers must provide information to parents of school-age children (for example when they are on work experience) about the risks and the control measures introduced and take account of the risk assessment in determining whether the young person should undertake certain work activities.
Note: This summary is intended to draw centres attention to the PUWER requirements but centres should satisfy themselves as to their compliance and to the full requirements of these regulations and of all other legislation relevant to the health, safety and welfare of learners.
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